bylaw

noun
UK: /ˈbaɪlɔː/
US: /ˈbaɪlɔː/

  1. A rule made by an organization or company to control its members.

    1. The club's bylaw says no dogs are allowed.
    2. According to the company bylaw, only the CEO can sign contracts.

  2. A law passed by a local authority to regulate local matters.

    1. A bylaw limits parking on Main Street.
    2. The city council enacted a bylaw regarding noise levels after 10 PM.

Synonyms

rule statute ordinance decree regulation

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "bylaw" in English means: A rule made by an organization or company to control its members., A law passed by a local authority to regulate local matters..

The phonetic transcription of "bylaw" is /ˈbaɪlɔː/ in British English and /ˈbaɪlɔː/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "bylaw": rule, statute, ordinance, decree, regulation.

Example usage of "bylaw": "The club's bylaw says no dogs are allowed.". More examples on the page.